The PADI Rescue Diver Course consists of knowledge development in dive rescue and underwater physiology plus 12 dive rescue practice exercises.

What You Learn

• Self rescue
• Recognizing and managing stress in other divers
• Emergency management and equipment
• Rescuing panicked divers
• Rescuing unresponsive divers 

Prerequisites:

• PADI Advanced Open Water or equivalent.
• Current certification for CPR and first aid within the previous two years

Learning Materials: The PADI Rescue Diver crewpak includes all materials required to complete the PADI Rescue Diver course - including a pcket mask. You'll learn how to think like a rescue diver and preview skills you'll practice with your PADI Instructor. Once your Rescue Diver course is complete, you can review the DVD to refresh your dive safety skills as needed. This tool box of knowledge and technique will give you the expertise to handle almost any emergency situation.

Course Scheduling: The first meeting is a lecture and written exam. The second meeting completes the first dive rescue practice exercises at our store pool. The final meeting completes the remaining rescue practice exercises in open water (at a local quarry).

Required Equipment: Mask fins, snorkel, regulator with alternate air, SPG, depth gauge, compass, BCD w/low-pressure inflator, exposure protection, tank, weight system, dive knife.

Cost: $289 - includes manual, rescue slates, certification fee. Rental equipment not included.